According to the Textbook, Do Racial Stereotypes Have Basis in Reality

question 11

Multiple Choice

According to the textbook, do racial stereotypes have basis in reality?

• A) Yes, they reflect preexisting systems of racial inequality.
• B) Yes, they reflect biological reality on races.
• C) No, they are completely groundless.
• D) No, because they reflect ancient history and not contemporary reality.

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